One of the Maluku Islands in Indonesia
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The cemetery contains Australian soldiers who died during the Japanese invasion of Ambon and Timor in World War II
Benteng Amsterdam
A fort and a blockhouse in Hila town, Leihitu. Before the fort was built, a trade lodge was established here by Francisco Serrão in 1512, a Portuguese explorer and a cousin of Ferdinand Magellan.
Maritime and traditional object of Ambonese and Moluccas.
Masjid Tua Wapauwe
Established in 1414, it is the oldest mosque in Indonesia.
Patung Christina Martha Tiahahu
Located in a hilly area. The best visiting time is in the afternoon because the statue or monument faces sunset and ambon bay. That is an amazing view to take some pictures of.
The bridge spans over Ambon Bay, connecting Rumah Tiga (Poka) on the north side, with Hative Kecil/Galala on the south side. This bridge is the longest bridge in the eastern region of Indonesia.
Pantai Liang
A white sand beach with trees. Very suitable for family picnics by laying out mats because of the shady atmosphere. There are food stalls sell fresh coconut drink and local instant noodles dish called Sarmento.
Pantai Pintu Kota
Beach with rocky cave. One of the Icon of Ambon City.
Belut Morea Larike
Watching giant freshwater eels named Morea in a clear and clean river. You can feed them with small fish which can be bought from local people for Rp20,000.
Pantai Lubang Buaya Morela
A diving and snorkeling spot with many fish dan enormous coral reefs. Sometimes you can see the wild dolphins from the beach.
Pantai Hukurila
One of the best dive spot in Ambon.
Air Panas Hatuasa Tulehu
A natural hot spring in the middle sago forest. There are various pools based on the level of heat of the water.
Air Terjun Taeno / Maspait
Located in a district with a forestry area in Ambon City. There is a natural pool below the waterfall. The water is really refreshing.
Pantai Natsepa
Try Rujak Natsepa, slices of fruits in sticky sweet spicy peanut sauce.
Try tumis bia. The restaurant is prasmanan (Indonesian buffet) so you can take your own rice and side dishes by yourself.
Offering some traditional Ambonese food like grilled fish, sauteed papaya leaf, boiled sweet potato, sambal colo-colo, etc.
Rumah Kopi Sibu-Sibu
Serves traditional Ambonese food and drink, and is a great spot to chill with a big open front and a wall decoration with pictures of Ambonese singers who perform on the national and international scene. Very popular with locals. Cafe has WiFi, albeit slow. The owner, June, speaks English. Cafe also provides beer, coffee, cakes, and light meals. It is double the size of what it used to be. Try coffee Kopi rarobang and Ambonese cakes like kasbi tone and koyabu singkong.
Affordable and delicious Indonesian and Chinese food. Also serves non-halal food.
Clean and comfortable environment to have lunch or dinner, offering the best fresh seafood in town, with some specialty menu: Ambon traditional food (papeda, fish yellow soup with walnut), Hong Kong-style steamed fish, sweet and sour fish, black pepper beef, fresh crab in Sze Chuan style. All food is halal.
In a hilly area, so you can enjoy the view of Ambon City. It serves Indonesian cuisine and Western food like steak and burger.
Try papeda and ikan kuah kuning.
Serves seafood dishes. Try ikan bakar kenari (Grilled fish in walnut sauce) and jus gandaria drink.
Serves many Indonesian dishes. The outdoor faces the view of Ambon City.
Near the Pattimura Park.
Decent inn with various types of room and the price is also affordable. Has free internet access in every room.
A budget hotel near Ambon Islamic Center and Al Fatah Grand Mosque.
Baguala Bay
Friendly atmosphere, spa, large garden with pool, scenic sunset view overlooking the Bay, great for families with children. Also has a world-class diving center, diving Ambon Bay and the coral sites in the southeast of Ambon.
A family-owned hotel. There is a McDonald's across the hotel.
A private resort located on the northwest of Ambon island, precisely on a group of pulau tiga islands, the best spot for relaxing, snorkeling, fun diving, fishing, and spearfishing, with a stretch of white sand beach, and very clear seawater.
A 4-star hotel with a supermarket on first floor.
Has a swimming pool with a seacoast view.
There are four villas with a private pool and a white sand beach.
Buy bread ampas terigu that has been packaged so that it can be taken as food souvenirs.
An antique souvenir shop. Mr. Marwizar speaks fluent English, and will help you in anyway he can.
Pusat Ole-Ole Ambon Petak 10
Sell various Ambonese snack like Bagea and Halua Kenari also merchandise including Ambon T-shirt and Ikat woven fabric.
Buy Minyak Kayu Putih (Cajeput oil) and Minyak Cengkeh (Clove oil) to warm your body in a winter.
ACC
Fashion tenants, culinary tenants and cinema.
Amplaz
Fashion tenants and cinema.
MCM
Fashion tenants and culinary tenants.
Pasar Mardika is the biggest traditional market in Ambon. You may buy fruits, vegetables, meats, and fish also kitchen utensils. In the middle of the year, the specialty fruit of Ambon durian become an attraction because many are sold there with prices starting from Rp10,000 per item. The durian is known for its sweet taste and soft texture, taken from local gardens on the island of Ambon such as in the villages of Naku and Wakasihu. Besides that, gandaria (plum-mango) has become a typical Ambon fruit that is sold in this market. The seafood here is also very fresh because the fish market section is by the sea. Ikan asar (smoked sea fish) is easy to be found, made from Tuna, and can be eaten directly.
If you want to go to the city from the airport you can use the bus operated by DAMRI, it's located on the right side of the arrival hall and will only cost you Rp50,000 - cheaper than taking a taxi which can cost you…
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